Organizing Principle 1: Citizens of the United States America have certain rights, duties & responsibilities

Measurement Topics: Roles, Responsibilites of Citizenship

HOMEWORK

NATURALIZATION VIDEO

1. What are three things you can do to get ready to become a U.S citizen?
2. What are some benefits to becoming a U.S citizen?
3. What is the process for becoming a U.S citizen called?
4. How many years must you live as a permanent residence before applying for citizenship?

Learning Targets:
LT: Define the term "citizen," and identify legal means of becoming a United States Citizen

http://betterworld.net/quotes/citizenship-quotes.htm


EXAMPLE
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LT: Evaluate the obligations citizens have to obey laws, pay taxes, defend the nation, and serve on juries

LT: Experience the responsibilities of citizens at the local, state, or federal levels.

Civic Values"What would you do" video


LT: Locate major cultural landmarks that are emblematic of the United States.
Patriotic Symbols

Pondering Patriotism





LT: Define the term "citizen," and identify legal means of becoming a United States citizen.

"Under One Roof" Immigration Story






Naturalization Process






www.USCIS.gov



LT: Locate the fifty states and their capital cities in addition to the nation's capital on a map.

LT: Locate major physical landmarks that are emblematic of the United States.


LT: Conduct a service project to further the public good. (ADVANCED)